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Last episode almost 4 years agoDid Bonnie and Clyde really write to Henry Ford to thank him for his fast, reliable getaway cars? Do you ever wonder what happens at the DirtFish Rally School? The CarStuff show explores fascinating topics in automotive history and culture.
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What are vehicle wraps?
You've probably seen a wrapped vehicle before, cruising down a crowded street, covered in advertising. The typical wrap can last for years, and it can also be taken off without damaging the car. Learn more about the use of vehicle wraps in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's a rally car?
As soon as Scott and Ben realized they'd spent a month without any racing podcasts, they buckled down and took a look at the fascinating world of rally cars. Listen in and learn more about rally cars in this listener-inspired episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Car Survival Kits
Whether you're worried about weather or long trips, a car survival kit may make the difference between life and death. Learn more about the basics of survival kits -- and how these can be modified for your needs -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How do manufacturers test cars?
By the time a car model hits the market, it's been through thousands of extensive tests. Every year, car companies spend millions of dollars ensuring a vehicle's reliability before it reaches consumers. Learn more in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should I buy or lease a car?
To lease or not to lease, that is the question. Finding the answer depends on many factors, such as an individual's daily driving habits and level of financial commitment. Learn more about the pros -- and cons -- of each choice in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How RVs Work
Recreational vehicles come in a range of sizes, from small trailers to bus-sized rolling apartments. Some RV enthusiasts use these vehicles for camping, while others may live in the RV all year. Tune in to learn more in this episode of CarStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Signs of Engine Trouble
Engines are often the most important parts of any vehicle, and your car can't go far without one. Luckily, an engine will often give you a few warning signs before disaster strikes. Tune in and get the low-down on 5 key signs of engine trouble. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did da Vinci sketch a primitive car?
Interested in just about everything, Leonardo da Vinci was a true Renaissance man. He sketched concepts that wouldn't be invented for centuries -- and even something that looks suspiciously like a car. Learn more in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The World's Most Dangerous Roads
As two avid road trippers, Ben and Scott have seen their fair share of hairpin turns and potholes -- but that's nothing compared to the nerve-shattering curves of the world's most dangerous roads. Learn more in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Modern Auto Materials
Inspired by a listener's suggestion, Scott and Ben take a look at the various materials used to build a modern automobile. Tune in to learn more about the history of car design, from wood in the 19th century to the space-age materials of the future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why is Cuba full of classic cars?
Cuba has a lot of American cars -- most of which are from the 1930s to the 1950s, when the embargo hit full force. Learn how these car owners have kept their vehicles running for decades without access to new parts in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Continuously Variable Transmissions
Transmissions regulate the power coming from an automobile's engine to its wheels. There are several types of transmission systems, and continuously variable transmissions are Scott and Ben's favorite. Find out why in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How does the EPA calculate miles per gallon?
Before a car is sold in the US, the Environmental Protection Agency conducts tests to estimate the number of miles the car gets per gallon. Learn how these tests work -- and why results may vary -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Car Companies and World War II
When the United States became involved in World War II, automobile manufacturers began building tanks, engines and all-terrain vehicles for the military. In this episode, Scott and Ben explore the efforts of car companies during World War II. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Three-Wheeled Cars Work
Although most cars have four wheels, many companies have also built three-wheeled cars. In terms of balance and wind resistance, this design has some unexpected benefits. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can I make my own car parts?
One of the most frustrating problems for antique car collectors is the widespread lack of vintage auto parts. Fortunately, technology has come to the rescue. Join Ben and Scott as they explore the weird world of 3-dimensional printers in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Car Allowance Rebate System Scams
The Car Allowance Rebate System, or CARS, is an incentive program designed to help drivers move from gas guzzlers to more efficient vehicles. However, there are a few scams to watch out for -- learn the details in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is a plug-in hybrid?
As more and more car manufacturers enter the hybrid market, consumers are finding several different types of hybrid vehicles available. Learn more as Scott and Ben explore plug-in hybrids in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Reasons Not to Buy a Hybrid
In an earlier episode, Ben and Scott looked at the advantages of buying a hybrid vehicle. In this episode the guys return to the world of hybrids in a very different way. Tune in and learn more about the disadvantages of buying a hybrid. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why do we rely on cars?
When cars became commonplace vehicles across the US, many people still relied on public transportation. Yet over the past 80 years, public transportation has dwindled, and most communities rely entirely on automobiles. Learn what happened in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why don't most concept cars make it to production?
Every year, auto manufacturers release concept cars. These vehicles often showcase unique features, such as a shape-changing body or innovative seat design. Yet these vehicles rarely make it into production -- listen in as Scott and Ben explain why. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why buy a boat when I can buy an amphibious car?
Should we buy boats, or boat cars? Amphibious cars have been around for decades and are almost as old as the traditional automobile. Tune in for a look at the history, uses and practicality of amphibious cars in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is a demolition derby?
Everyone gets road rage now and then -- but there's a few places where this behavior is encouraged. Tune in to learn what a demolition derby is, how it takes place, and more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is James Dean's Porsche Cursed?
The ill-fated star James Dean lived fast and died young in a car accident. But when his story ended, the tale of his cursed Porsche began. Could it be true? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Notable Movie Cars
Since they've covered some iconic cars of TV, the High Speed Stuff crew thinks it's only fair to pay homage to the notable cars of film. Tune in and see if they name your favorites in this podcast from HowsStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.